Hanksite (FR) · Hanksita (ES)
Hanksite, complex sodium sulfocarbonate, is unique as one of the rare minerals containing both sulfate AND carbonate anions. Found almost exclusively at Searles Lake, California. ⚠️ Very hygroscopic — decomposes in moist air. Store bone dry.
Rare sodium sulfate-carbonate — Searles Lake California
Evaporite of desert salt lakes of California
Named for Henry Gannet Hanks — California mineralogist
Decomposes rapidly in humidity — store dry
Uniqueness and integrated duality. Contains two anion types — union of opposites. Helps integrate contradictory self-aspects. Searles Lake rarity.
Store absolutely dry. Unique sulfate AND carbonate mineral — perfect symbol of union of opposites. Searles Lake California's rare evaporite.
Sage or palo santo fumigation only (main method, soft evaporitic sodium potassium sulfate-carbonate-chloride). Recharge on quartz cluster 24h or in moonlight (4-6h).
⚠️ Never water — hanksite is a water-soluble evaporite that dissolves immediately. Store in airtight container away from moisture.
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Store absolutely dry. Unique sulfate AND carbonate mineral — perfect symbol of union of opposites. Searles Lake California's rare evaporite.
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